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TERRE HAUTE, Ind. - August 8, 2025 -- Indiana American Water welcomed U.S. Representative Mark Messmer (IN-08) yesterday for a tour of its Terre Haute water treatment facility, highlighting the company’s commitment to delivering safe, clean, reliable, and affordable water service to communities across Indiana.
During the visit, company leaders and Congressman Messmer discussed several key policy issues currently being addressed in Congress, including the allocation of taxpayer funds for water infrastructure improvements, the removal of lead service lines, and emerging solutions for treating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
“Today’s visit to Indiana American Water’s treatment facility was a prevailing reminder of the critical work being done every day to protect our most vital resource—clean water,” said Congressman Messmer. “I was impressed by the company’s commitment to innovation, safety, and environmental stewardship. Their efforts help ensure that families in our community have access to water that is safe, reliable, and affordable.”
Indiana American Water President Barry Suits emphasized the importance of collaboration between public and private sectors to address aging infrastructure and environmental challenges.
“We were honored to host Congressman Messmer’s today.” said Suits. “Not only is he a vocal advocate of clean water across the Hoosier state, he understands that his constituents need safe, clean, reliable and affordable water. He’s willing to foster public-private partnerships to make sure communities can access tools and solutions. It is not just about pipes and plants—it’s about protecting public health, supporting economic growth, and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.”
“American Water was thrilled to host Congressman Messmer at our Indiana American Water Terre Haute facility. We applaud the Congressman for his leadership in advocating for water providers and thank him for the opportunity to show the breadth and depth of American Water’s expertise in Indiana’s 8th District – as well as across our national footprint,” said Christine H. Keck, Vice President, Chief Legislative and External Affairs Officer.
The Terre Haute facility serves nearly 72,000 of residents and businesses in the region, including Terre Haute, Farmersburg, Sullivan, Merom and Mecca. Visits like this show Indiana American Water’s broad commitment to upgrading infrastructure, enhancing water quality, meeting evolving regulatory standards while keeping water rates affordable for its water and wastewater customers.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
About Indiana American Water
Indiana American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.5 million people. For more information, visit amwater.com/inaw and join Indiana American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, Xhttps://x.com/inamwater and Instagram.